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Though I've never worked on Pools themselves , I've pulled off small miracles using Hydraulic Cement inside concrete structures over the years. Many contractors use it for sealing watertight concrete structures such as oil separators , catch basins , and even Home Basements. Most versions of hydraulic cement will dry very fast , so be ready to go when you mix it up.
Make sure it is not a leak in the pipe by pressure testing it first. If it is leaking around the main drain pipe, that will be resealed if you are resurfacing the pool. If not you can use something like Sealboss 1510 which is injected into the crack around the pipe and it will expand 30-40 times the crack width forcing itself deep into the crack and has some flex to it. I have used it to seal up cracks many times including vanishing edge walls.
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Can you replace the main drain in concert pool?
no you can not
What is the Purpose of a main drain in a swimming pool?
If its not connected through the skimmer I imagine it's there to empty it. hmmm, on the above. The main drain in pools is for circulating the lower part of the pool and is not intended to drain the pool as in a bath tub.
Where does the main drain inside a pool lead too?
The pump
How do you use the bottom drain in an in ground pool?
Well, if you mean to drain the pool --- it is not a drain as in house plumbing -- the sink -- the tub. It is connected to the skimmer and that is connected to the pump. Your main drain is most likely 'working'. It does not nave to be a strong flow. Well, if you mean to drain the pool --- it is not a drain as in house plumbing -- the sink -- the tub. IT DOES NOT DRAIN ANYTHING. It is connected to the skimmer and that is connected to the pump. Your main drain is most likely 'working'. It does not nave to be a strong flow.
Can areas of exposed concrete on the bottom of a gunite or plaster pool be repaired with water in the pool?
No, because gunite will not dry if it is constantly being mixed with water. Drain your pool first.
Should main drain be closed or open when pool is running?
Open
Why would the concrete around the pool raise 1 inch above the concrete patio where the two areas are connected by a drain and what can be done about it?
I assume this might be to keep any dirty ground water from running into the pool.
How do you repair a broken main drain line in a concrete in ground pool 9 feet deep?
Check out: www.innovativepipeliners.com. They install a pipe lining kit that lines the entire length of pipe without excavation!
How do you repair a broken main drain line in a concrete in-ground pool 9 feet deep?
Check out: www.innovativepipeliners.com. They install a pipe lining kit that lines the entire length of pipe without excavation!
How do you plug the broken main drain of a swimming pool?
Would advise that you get a professional to address the situation first hand. The main drain is intrigal to your circulation.
Does the main drain line in skimmer have water in it when closing the pool?
No. You cannot use the main drain to lower the water level below the skimmer. This is because the main drain is not really a drain. It only connects right back to the 3 port valve in the skimmer.
Why is your pool draining from the main drain?
If you mean you are losing water, it may be a broken or cracked main drain or possibly your hyrdo-static valve is malfunctioning. One other possibility is a break in the pipe going to the main drain.
